Senior Writer Foundation Marketing & Communications

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

Bolstered by our fierce community of donors and volunteers, St. Michael’s Foundation mobilizes people, businesses and foundations to support St. Michael’s Hospital’s and Providence Healthcare’s world-leading health teams in delivering exceptional care for everyone, in every critical moment, without exception. In building state-of-the-art facilities. In performing research that prevents illness and customizes treatments. In exporting knowledge around the world. And in leading a digital transformation to make access to healthcare faster and treatments more precise. At the heart of it all is a bold and enduring commitment to health equity.

Join a high-performing team of communications professionals leading the march to raise awareness and inspire support for St. Michael’s Hospital and Providence Healthcare.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is crucial to the St. Michael's Foundation’s Marketing and Communications (Marcom) team. The candidate will be responsible for writing compelling advancement communications, marketing materials, and campaign collateral to showcase the impactful work of St. Michael's Hospital and Providence Healthcare, inspiring donors to rally around our vision.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ACTIVITIES

List the key responsibilities of the position. For each responsibility list the activities involved in accomplishing the responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITY – WRITING AND RESEARCH

· Research and write persuasive advancement communications, focusing on major gift proposals, cases for support, campaign collateral, and impact reports. Additional responsibilities include writing articles, web/social media copy, event marketing materials, and speaking remarks, as needed.

· Collaborate with various stakeholders to create content for complex, multi-stakeholder projects, such as the annual report, from concept to completion.

· Distill complex medical and healthcare information into clear, concise, and compelling narratives that resonate with donors and other stakeholders.

· Engage with physicians, researchers, scientists, and executives to conduct interviews on a wide range of healthcare topics.

· Source and craft compelling stories to inspire donor support and foster loyalty.

· Craft consistent, high-quality narratives that reflect the Foundation’s brand voice across all print and digital materials.

· Tailor content to diverse audiences.

· Ensure stakeholder feedback is incorporated, deadlines are met, and approvals are obtained.

· Provide copy-editing and fact-checking support to ensure accuracy and quality.

RESPONSIBILITY – PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

● Work collaboratively as a team player to promote a professional work environment based on integrity and mutual respect.

● Abide by the policies and procedures of St. Michael’s Hospital, Providence Healthcare and the Foundation.

● Abide by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

● Perform all duties as assigned in order to meet the overall goals and objectives of the Foundation.

● Operate within the culture and core values of the organization.

● Act as an ambassador throughout the community, positively representing the Hospitals and the Foundation.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

● Degree in journalism, public relations or communications preferred.

● A minimum of six years related experience.

● Excellent writing and storytelling skills.

● Ability to handle multiple priorities, manage time, and stay motivated in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

● Ability to accurately summarize and communicate complex information.

● Experience in researching, fact-checking and interviewing.

● Strong editorial judgment and copy editing skills.

● Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

● Demonstrated reliability, flexibility and multitasking skills.

● Demonstrated proficiency working with standard office software.

● Works collaboratively and constructively with peers and stakeholders.

● Note: Occasionally, Foundation staff is required to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.

Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity. 

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